Big Lick of Science
Rachana Somaiya, Paras Patel, Rachel Padget, Caroline Taylor, Earl Gilbert
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You R0 going to believe this episode: Dr. Smyth, virologist, unpacks it all
Big Lick of Science
07/26/20 • 34 min
Our host, Paras, virtually sits down with Dr. Jamie Symth, virologist and cellular communication expert at Virginia Tech to talk about his work, how viruses can ruin everything and how different viruses have been so successful at integrating into our lives and are tightly woven into the human experience.
Microscopic aliens and you: what are viruses and how the Covid-19 pandemic came to be
Big Lick of Science
07/22/20 • 54 min
Today's introduction delves more into viruses, how they cause pandemics, and humanity's tepid history with these microscopic aliens. Rachana and Paras muse and discuss more details about the current COVID-19 pandemic. Wear your mask, folks!
With Dr. Read Montague: Why choose this interview
Big Lick of Science
05/29/20 • 27 min
Computational neuroscience has experienced a super-nova like explosion of growth in recent years. Tune in to hear from Dr. Read Montague, director of the Human Neuroimaging Laboratory at the Fralin Biomedical Research Insitute, to explore the past, present, and future of this exciting field along with details about his career and the book he authored: Why Choose This Book?: How We Make Decisions.
The (ir)rational choice to listen
Big Lick of Science
05/27/20 • 53 min
Your life is made up of everyday decisions, but what drives you to make the choices that you do? What's the science behind rhyme or reason? We delve into the world of choice.
Sex Differences with Dr. Hodes
Big Lick of Science
04/07/20 • 38 min
Tune in to the second part of our fascinating series on the role of sex-specific differences in science and disease. Listen to Dr. Georgia Hodes discuss her transition from a career in theater and design to science. Learn about her research exploring the intersection of sex-specific differences in depression and the immune system.
It's not all about Corona. Sex matters.
Big Lick of Science
03/20/20 • 36 min
What role do sex-specific differences play in scientific studies and disease models? Tune in to part one of this series to learn about how the sex of an organism is an important consideration in scientific experimentation, and how sex-specific differences can impact the biology of the brain, the development of diseases such as depression, and the response to treatments.
Health Science Careers in Roanoke
Big Lick of Science
03/06/20 • 60 min
Tune in to hear our first live podcast! Listen to the question and answer session from our Health Science Career Panel to learn about careers as a doctor, physical therapist, dental hygienist, biomedical scientist, entrepreneur in science, and more from our expert panelists. Hear advice about how to pursue these careers and avenues to pursue them right here in the Roanoke Valley!
Health Science Career Panel
Big Lick of Science
02/26/20 • 3 min
Tune in for a special announcement about Big Lick of Science's first live podcast!
Poopcast! Round 2
Big Lick of Science
02/26/20 • 26 min
Join us for the second part of our gut microbiome series as we interview Dr. Michelle Theus, a scientist studying the role of the gut-brain axis in the development of autism. Learn about her journey through the research world, venturing from stem cell therapies to the mechanisms by which the gut microbiome may influence our brain and behavior.
Step-by-step: COVID-19 vaccine prep with Dr. X.J. Meng
Big Lick of Science
08/07/20 • 37 min
Rachana virtually sits down with Dr. X.J. Meng, vaccine expert, and professor at Virginia Tech to discuss the ins and outs of vaccine creation. They get into the specifics of the making of the COVID-19 vaccines and answer our listeners' questions.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Big Lick of Science have?
Big Lick of Science currently has 33 episodes available.
What topics does Big Lick of Science cover?
The podcast is about Podcasts, Education and Science.
What is the most popular episode on Big Lick of Science?
The episode title 'You R0 going to believe this episode: Dr. Smyth, virologist, unpacks it all' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Big Lick of Science?
The average episode length on Big Lick of Science is 41 minutes.
How often are episodes of Big Lick of Science released?
Episodes of Big Lick of Science are typically released every 27 days, 23 hours.
When was the first episode of Big Lick of Science?
The first episode of Big Lick of Science was released on Sep 20, 2019.
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